Welcome to Didcot A Power Station

One of three of npower's coal fired power stations

Didcot A is one of three of npower's coal fired power stations. In line with the Government's renewable energy obligation which came into effect in April 2002, all three are currently co-firing a range of biomass materials to replace some of the coal burned.

Visit Didcot A power station to find out more about npower's electricity generation and commitment to renewable energy.

In addition, find out more about our partnership with Berkshire, Buckinghamshire and Oxfordshire Wildlife Trust and how your schools can participate in the ‘Eco-Warrior’ programme at the Sutton Courtenay Environmental Education Centre.

Opening Times:
Morning and afternoon from Monday to Friday throughout the year (excluding Bank holidays). Evening tours are held from mid-April to mid-September, Monday to Thursday only.

Tours by prior arrangement only. Adult tours take approximately 2 hours and junior tours 1.5 hours.

Admission Charge:
Free (for UK educational institutions and community groups)

Suitable for:
Special junior tours can be arranged for children aged 8-14 years old provided they are accompanied by 1 adult per 10 children.

Contents of Tour:
The tour begins with a brief introductory talk on power generation at Didcot. A short video 'Welcome to Didcot' is shown, followed by the site tour which includes a visit to the coal plant, boiler house, turbine hall and control room.

As part of our commitment to safety, Personal Protective Equipment will be provided and must be worn during the site tour.

Sutton Courtenay Environmental Education Centre
Schools can combine their visit to Didcot power station with a half day outing to Berks, Bucks and Oxon Wildlife Trust's exciting Sutton Courtenay Environmental Education Centre, situated right next door to the power station.

Upon entering the environmentally friendly building, the children will become eco-warrior detectives, searching out clues as to how they can act in a sustainable way in their every day lives and then have the opportunity to join in a "game show" style quiz. The programme is suitable for Key Stage 2 and 3 pupils. To find out more, visit theWildlife Trust's website or contact the centre's Education Officers on 01235 862024.

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